Marathon Weekend 2019

[croach]

You can admit your dining companions were probably the real reason you didn't like Beaches and Cream ...

Nah one and two were fine. Well they were late and I had to move so they could have seats but other than that everything was cool. But I just flaked on getting the ice cream to be honest.

 

[KingLlama]

Has Le Cellier reached that rare "so overrated, it's underrated" category? I know that ten years ago it was the OMG YOU HAVE TO EAT THERE YOU JUST HAVE TO spot in Epcot, but when it switched to a two-credit restaurant, it seemed the backlash started. But I haven't seen anyone actually criticize the food, just the value.

Asking because I'm eating there for the first time in April, and I want to know if I should start getting upset about it in advance.

 

[Keels]

Nah one and two were fine. Well they were late and I had to move so they could have seats but other than that everything was cool. But I just flaked on getting the ice cream to be honest.

You can say it was my fault.

 

[rteetz]

Has Le Cellier reached that rare "so overrated, it's underrated" category? I know that ten years ago it was the OMG YOU HAVE TO EAT THERE YOU JUST HAVE TO spot in Epcot, but when it switched to a two-credit restaurant, it seemed the backlash started. But I haven't seen anyone actually criticize the food, just the value.

Asking because I'm eating there for the first time in April, and I want to know if I should start getting upset about it in advance.

I ate there in January and enjoyed it. Was it absolutely fantastic? No. Was it bad? No. I have friends that still think it is amazing.

 

[Keels]

Has Le Cellier reached that rare "so overrated, it's underrated" category? I know that ten years ago it was the OMG YOU HAVE TO EAT THERE YOU JUST HAVE TO spot in Epcot, but when it switched to a two-credit restaurant, it seemed the backlash started. But I haven't seen anyone actually criticize the food, just the value.

Asking because I'm eating there for the first time in April, and I want to know if I should start getting upset about it in advance.

I don't do DDP because I'm here for too long and the value isn't there for me.

But I find Le C to be loud, overly crowded/tight and the steak offerings just "meh". I can get a better steak in a similar vibe at STK, and a better steak for a better value at Yachtsman or Shula's.

If you truly care about steak, I think you will be disappointed. It got to the point where I was only ordering apps (and at times would even struggle to find something I enjoyed), so that means that I'm moving on.

 

[Dis5150]

I did Beaches and Cream after the marathon this year and thought it was just ok. But I will admit I didn’t do ice cream which was an obvious oversight on my part.

I think you can’t ever go wrong with Sanaa. Can get overlooked with Jiko and Boma At AKL, but it’s hard to beat the bread service. Also check out some of the DIsney Springs restaurants - lots going on there.

What the what?? No ice cream??
I don’t even know what to say to that....

 

[Bree]

I go to Beaches and Cream for the No Way Jose! The food isn’t all that great and inside is teeny tiny and cramped.

Cape May.....I don’t care for buffets. That was a one and done for me. We were with family who insisted on going there.

Via Napoli wasn’t bad, but i wouldn’t say it was good either. It was way too loud to carry on a conversation. Pizza and beer is a fantastic post race meal!

California Grill - I haven’t been in awhile, but it’s always been a good meal!

I enjoy the Disney Springs restaurants along with Jiko, Tiffins and Flying Fish.

 

[LSUlakes]

except for the following places that I won't eat, even if I was eating for free: Ohana, Le Cellier, San Angel Inn, Via Napoli, Akershus, CRT

I kinda agree with this list, except the two in bold. Its been a while since I've been to either, so i am curious if something changed?

 

[Keels]

I kinda agree with this list, except the two in bold. Its been a while since I've been to either, so i am curious if something changed?

I posted about Le C above - but I find Le C to be loud, overly crowded/tight and the steak offerings just "meh". I can get a better steak in a similar vibe at STK, and a better steak for a better value at Yachtsman or Shula's. If you truly care about steak, I think you will be disappointed. It got to the point where I was only ordering apps (and at times would even struggle to find something I enjoyed), so that means that I'm moving on.

Via Napoli ... it's just pizza. I eat plenty of really great pizza (across multiple styles, including the place down the street from my house that does true Neapolitan pizza in more sizes and styles that I prefer), back here at home - so I'm not going to waste time at a pizza place I feel is overpriced when I can have a better meal elsewhere - especially in Epcot!

I know, by saying that I sound like a total hypocrite seeing as I LOVE Teppan Edo and EVERYWHERE has hibachi ... but Teppan Edo has udon noodles and is far superior to Japanese Palace or the chain hibachi places (I think we have a Benihana somewhere?) I have back in Funkytown.

 

[mrsg00fy]

I did Beaches and Cream after the marathon this year and thought it was just ok. But I will admit I didn’t do ice cream which was an obvious oversight on my part.

I think you can’t ever go wrong with Sanaa. Can get overlooked with Jiko and Boma At AKL, but it’s hard to beat the bread service. Also check out some of the DIsney Springs restaurants - lots going on there.

I will just add that we did beaches and cream several times and while the ice cream was ok..... the meal offerings were...gross. I recall ordering a turkey sandwich. I mean who can ruin a turkey sandwich? They did. Truly gross. My guys all ordered burgers. Again...not happy. So for us the meals were a ...never again and the ice cream was like any ice cream anywhere. And yes. We had the kitchen sink. Overrated and over priced IMHO. And my family agrees.

 

[mrsg00fy]

I don't do DDP because I'm here for too long and the value isn't there for me.

But I find Le C to be loud, overly crowded/tight and the steak offerings just "meh". I can get a better steak in a similar vibe at STK, and a better steak for a better value at Yachtsman or Shula's.

If you truly care about steak, I think you will be disappointed. It got to the point where I was only ordering apps (and at times would even struggle to find something I enjoyed), so that means that I'm moving on.

I don't think the value is there for anyone. Unless ordering the most expensive everything. I don't get the folks who say they do the dining plan for the convenience. Even for one dAy..which you can buy with as a dvc owner, there is no value for us. And convenience? you still use the magic and to pay. What is the difference?

 

[rteetz]

I will just add that we did beaches and cream several times and while the ice cream was ok..... the meal offerings were...gross. I recall ordering a turkey sandwich. I mean who can ruin a turkey sandwich? They did. Truly gross. My guys all ordered burgers. Again...not happy. So for us the meals were a ...never again and the ice cream was like any ice cream anywhere. And yes. We had the kitchen sink. Overrated and over priced IMHO. And my family agrees.

That sucks. I’ve never done food there but always enjoyed the ice cream. Ample Hills definitely gives it some competition though.

 

[croach]

What the what?? No ice cream??
I don’t even know what to say to that....

I know. Epic fail.

I will just add that we did beaches and cream several times and while the ice cream was ok..... the meal offerings were...gross. I recall ordering a turkey sandwich. I mean who can ruin a turkey sandwich? They did. Truly gross. My guys all ordered burgers. Again...not happy. So for us the meals were a ...never again and the ice cream was like any ice cream anywhere. And yes. We had the kitchen sink. Overrated and over priced IMHO. And my family agrees.

I had a burger too and it wasn’t anything better than you could get in the park. So yeah like you, don’t think I’ll be going back. I guess I’ll head th France for my ice cream. It’s delicious.

 

[rteetz]

I don't think the value is there for anyone. Unless ordering the most expensive everything. I don't get the folks who say they do the dining plan for the convenience. Even for one dAy..which you can buy with as a dvc owner, there is no value for us. And convenience? you still use the magic and to pay. What is the difference?

The convenience factor is its paid in advance. They did add some value with adding alcohol to the dining plan but I still wouldn’t get it.

 

[mrsg00fy]

The convenience factor is its paid in advance. They did add some value with adding alcohol to the dining plan but I still wouldn’t get it.

The process is the same. I still don't understand the convenience. You have to use the magic band to pay and add the tip. And unless you order the most expensive menu item ps you are paying more with the dining plan.

We used to do the dining plan back when it was a value. I find it more stressful making sure I get my money's worth when using the plan. No matter ho you pay you still pay. What is the convenience of it again?

 

[rteetz]

The process is the same. I still don't understand the convenience. You have to use the magic band to pay and add the tip. And unless you order the most expensive menu item ps you are paying more with the dining plan.

We used to do the dining plan back when it was a value. I find it more stressful making sure I get my money's worth when using the plan. No matter ho you pay you still pay. What is the convenience of it again?

Not everyone looks at it from that point of view. A lot of people just look to pay off their vacation and enjoy it. I’m amazed how many don’t book Fastpasses in advance but a ton do not. Us Disers always look for the value whereas the general guest may not.

 

[FFigawi]

I had a burger too and it wasn’t anything better than you could get in the park. So yeah like you, don’t think I’ll be going back. I guess I’ll head th France for my ice cream. It’s delicious.

Especially when it's their ice cream martini!

 

[Dis_Yoda]

Disney & "Value". That went out of the window a long time ago.

It really comes up to the personal person on how much they are willing to spend. I personally am over character breakfasts (I've done 2 in the past year and both times I left feeling ripped off) but at the same time, I have no problem dropping much more money for meals at the Signature Table Services.

I think some people do the DDP as it does help them budget to pay off their vacation. They are able to go and not have to think about what they are ordering and it might help someone decide to try something out different than normal since it isn't coming out of their pocket right then.

I'm going to go drink now and not think about money. Now I have to decide if Im going to Dis Drunk?

 

[Keels]

I'm going to go drink now and not think about money. Now I have to decide if Im going to Dis Drunk?

I do it all the time!!!!!!!!!!

 

[lhermiston]

Not everyone looks at it from that point of view. A lot of people just look to pay off their vacation and enjoy it. I’m amazed how many don’t book Fastpasses in advance but a ton do not. Us Disers always look for the value whereas the general guest may not.

I'm #TeamRteetz on this one. He explained exactly what I value most about the dining plan - the convenience of not having to think about it. Disney is so expensive and I don't want to have to fret over each and every meal.

For example: my wife and I could sit down, look at all the menus, decide in advance what we're going to order and budget accordingly. But I GUARANTEE that more than once, we'll get to a restaurant and my wife will want the $25 steak instead of the $12 turkey sandwich. She's just not great at sticking to plans. So, then my budget goes out to window. Knowing that has the potential to stress me out (my limitation, I know, but it is what it is), I value the peace of mind I get from just paying for my meals ahead of time. I don't even glance at prices. I order what I want to order.